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      10-01-2006, 07:23 PM   #1
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Just received my Silver 335i, first impressions

Well, my car was dropped off today.
For an opinion and something to read while you wait for your car to come in, I offer my initial impressions, presented in a easy to read list (all this imho of course):

A)The 335i is very sturdy, well built feeling, tight
B) Lack of a decent cup holder does annoy me, more than I thought it would, but it is no surprise as I have owned many BMWs,this is the worst (for BMWs) so far as cup holders are concerned,imho
C) Handling is very good, but I expected that
D) After driving the car for a few hours I'm having a hard time getting comfortable because my right leg rest on the center console, just my own personal experience, YMMV
E) Seats are great, very comfy
F) Stereo is okay, not bad for OEM
G) Acceleration is insane, the power is just always there
H) No major blindspots, decent visibility
I) Good room in the backseat, more than I expected (however, it is still a coupe)
J) Bluetooth works well
K) Comfort access is a must as far as I'm concerned
L) Good trunk space
M) Seatbelt presenters work fairly well, but as mentioned in other post, do seem a bit flimsy. When they delivered my car today, there was an extra "Arm" or presenter sitting in the passenger's seat, an omen perhaps?

I'm sure I left somethings out, but thats all I can think of at the moment.
BTW, my car's temp runs around 240 degrees (today's outside temp was a great 80degrees). I was fairly gentle with it. Anywhos, I'll post some pictures tomorrow.

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Awesome...congratulations. Don't forget about the break-in period. Looking forward to your pics.
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b) funny..remember back in the days...bmw didn't even cupholders before..

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Well, my car was dropped off today.
For an opinion and something to read while you wait for your car to come in, I offer my initial impressions, presented in a easy to read list (all this imho of course):

A)The 335i is very sturdy, well built feeling, tight
B)Lack of a decent cup holder does annoy me, more than I thought it would, but it is no surprise as I have owned many BMWs,this is the worst (for BMWs) so far as cup holders are concerned,imho
C) Handling is very good, but I expected that
D) After driving the car for a few hours I'm having a hard time getting comfortable because my right leg rest on the center console, just my own personal experience, YMMV
E) Seats are great, very comfy
F) Stereo is okay, not bad for OEM
G) Acceleration is insane, the power is just always there
H) No major blindspots, decent visibility
I) Good room in the backseat, more than I expected (however, it is still a coupe)
J) Bluetooth works well
K) Comfort access is a must as far as I'm concerned
L) Good trunk space

I'm sure I left somethings out, but thats all I can think of at the moment.
BTW, my car's temp runs around 240 degrees (today's outside temp was a great 80degrees). I was fairly gentle with the 335i. Anywhos, I'll post some pictures tomorrow.
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CONGRATULATIONS!

Just saw on 'Owners Circle' that my car is 'at preparation center'...

..I look forward to getting to know my next set of wheels....

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240 degrees?! My son's Scion runs at a constant 181 degrees, city or highway. That just sounds very hot.
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240 degrees?! My son's Scion runs at a constant 181 degrees, city or highway. That just sounds very hot.
The Scion is probably water temperature. The 335 is oil temperature.
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The Scion is probably water temperature. The 335 is oil temperature.
ah yes it is. my bad. That's why I thought it was so hot lol.
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Maybe. I can't speak for anything scion, but I will say that 240 oil temp is high. My E30 M3 runs at 190-200 oil temp depending on how I drive it. The only time I saw anything close to 240 was at the track after a 45 min session and it was 107 outside. I am starting to wonder if 5-30 is enough for a 335. Maybe we should start using the TWS 10-60 that the M cars get....

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The Scion is probably water temperature. The 335 is oil temperature.
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Originally Posted by Hed
Well, my car was dropped off today.
For an opinion and something to read while you wait for your car to come in, I offer my initial impressions, presented in a easy to read list (all this imho of course):

A)The 335i is very sturdy, well built feeling, tight
B) Lack of a decent cup holder does annoy me, more than I thought it would, but it is no surprise as I have owned many BMWs,this is the worst (for BMWs) so far as cup holders are concerned,imho
C) Handling is very good, but I expected that
D) After driving the car for a few hours I'm having a hard time getting comfortable because my right leg rest on the center console, just my own personal experience, YMMV
E) Seats are great, very comfy
F) Stereo is okay, not bad for OEM
G) Acceleration is insane, the power is just always there
H) No major blindspots, decent visibility
I) Good room in the backseat, more than I expected (however, it is still a coupe)
J) Bluetooth works well
K) Comfort access is a must as far as I'm concerned
L) Good trunk space
M) Seatbelt presenters work fairly well, but as mentioned in other post, do seem a bit flimsy. When they delivered my car today, there was an extra "Arm" or presenter sitting in the passenger's seat, an omen perhaps?

I'm sure I left somethings out, but thats all I can think of at the moment.
BTW, my car's temp runs around 240 degrees (today's outside temp was a great 80degrees). I was fairly gentle with it. Anywhos, I'll post some pictures tomorrow.

I would ban cup holders in BMW's!.... you have one of the finest cars in the world, with fine leather and you want to risk spilling coffee/coke all over it!

Cup holders are only required in rental cars! Respect...
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CONGRATULATIONS!

Just saw on 'Owners Circle' that my car is 'at preparation center'...

..I look forward to getting to know my next set of wheels....

~Frost

Yay Frosty!!!!! Mine is on a ship, I should have it in 2 weeks... then its photo shoot time!
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Maybe. I can't speak for anything scion, but I will say that 240 oil temp is high. My E30 M3 runs at 190-200 oil temp depending on how I drive it. The only time I saw anything close to 240 was at the track after a 45 min session and it was 107 outside. I am starting to wonder if 5-30 is enough for a 335. Maybe we should start using the TWS 10-60 that the M cars get....
Wow, I guess those BMW engineers are worthless...
Just enjoy your cars and stop theorizing, I am sure they know it is running 240 degrees...
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congrats on the new car! does your car have to sports seats?
Yes. They're great.....
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